Dr. Brandon Fisher
Dr. Brandon Fisher, a Florence, Alabama native and Bradshaw High School graduate, began his veterinary career right here working for Dr. Randall Smith at Smith Animal Hospital! Dr. Smith hired Dr. Fisher when he was only 17 years old as a kennel worker. He showed interest and dedication early on and eventually became a technician who assisted the clinic doctors with exams, treatments and surgeries.
From there, Dr. Fisher attended Mississippi State University where he received his Bachelor degree and his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. After receiving his DVM, Dr. Fisher became a veterinarian at Smith Animal Hospital until 2014 when he purchased the clinic from Dr. Smith. Dr Fisher is an active member of American Veterinary Medical Association, Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, and is the past president of the Colbert/Lauderdale Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Fisher enjoys working with patients of all kinds, including dogs, cats and some exotic pets as well. He has attended additional continuing education training in the fields of exotic veterinary medicine as well as orthopedic surgery. He has also followed in the steps of Dr. Randall Smith by being one of two local veterinarians who has the privilege of caring for the University of North Alabama's mascots, the lions Leo III and Una. He and his wife, Dr. Jennifer Bell, have three children, four dogs and two cats. When Dr. Fisher is not at work, he spends time with his family, golfing, boating and enjoying sports.
Dr. Brandon Fisher, a Florence, Alabama native and Bradshaw High School graduate, began his veterinary career right here working for Dr. Randall Smith at Smith Animal Hospital! Dr. Smith hired Dr. Fisher when he was only 17 years old as a kennel worker. He showed interest and dedication early on and eventually became a technician who assisted the clinic doctors with exams, treatments and surgeries.
From there, Dr. Fisher attended Mississippi State University where he received his Bachelor degree and his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. After receiving his DVM, Dr. Fisher became a veterinarian at Smith Animal Hospital until 2014 when he purchased the clinic from Dr. Smith. Dr Fisher is an active member of American Veterinary Medical Association, Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, and is the past president of the Colbert/Lauderdale Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Fisher enjoys working with patients of all kinds, including dogs, cats and some exotic pets as well. He has attended additional continuing education training in the fields of exotic veterinary medicine as well as orthopedic surgery. He has also followed in the steps of Dr. Randall Smith by being one of two local veterinarians who has the privilege of caring for the University of North Alabama's mascots, the lions Leo III and Una. He and his wife, Dr. Jennifer Bell, have three children, four dogs and two cats. When Dr. Fisher is not at work, he spends time with his family, golfing, boating and enjoying sports.
Dr. Jennifer Bell
Dr. Jennifer Bell grew up in the small town of Proctor, Arkansas. She attended high school in Memphis, Tennessee and after that headed to Mississippi State University where she studied Biochemistry. She was accepted into Mississippi State College of Veterinary Medicine where she met her husband, Dr. Brandon Fisher and earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. After graduation, she began working at Smith Animal Hospital where she continued to learn while working with Dr. Smith.
Dr. Bell is a current member of American Veterinary Medical Association, Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, and the Colbert/Lauderdale Veterinary Medical Association. As a veterinarian, Dr. Bell enjoys working with dogs, cats and their owners through education on preventative care and how to keep their pets happy and healthy. Her professional interests include wound management and echocardiography. Dr. Bell and her husband share their home with four dogs, two cats and three children. In her spare time, Dr. Bell enjoys horseback riding, golfing and enjoying outdoor activities with her family.
Dr. Jennifer Bell grew up in the small town of Proctor, Arkansas. She attended high school in Memphis, Tennessee and after that headed to Mississippi State University where she studied Biochemistry. She was accepted into Mississippi State College of Veterinary Medicine where she met her husband, Dr. Brandon Fisher and earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. After graduation, she began working at Smith Animal Hospital where she continued to learn while working with Dr. Smith.
Dr. Bell is a current member of American Veterinary Medical Association, Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, and the Colbert/Lauderdale Veterinary Medical Association. As a veterinarian, Dr. Bell enjoys working with dogs, cats and their owners through education on preventative care and how to keep their pets happy and healthy. Her professional interests include wound management and echocardiography. Dr. Bell and her husband share their home with four dogs, two cats and three children. In her spare time, Dr. Bell enjoys horseback riding, golfing and enjoying outdoor activities with her family.
Dr. Emerald Barrett
Dr. Emerald Barrett grew up in the small town of Noxapater, Mississippi. She attended Noxapater Attendance Center and is a 2010 graduate of the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science in Columbus, MS. She then attended Mississippi State University and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Dairy Science in 2014. She continued her education and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from MSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. Immediately after graduation, she began working at Fisher Animal Hospital where she continued to learn from Dr. Fisher and Dr. Bell.
Dr. Barrett is a current member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, and the Colbert/Lauderdale Veterinary Medical Association. As a veterinarian, Dr. Barrett enjoys working with dogs and cats and their owners to educate them about the benefits of preventative care. Her professional interests include ultrasonography and internal medicine. Dr. Barrett shares her home with her dogs Minnie Pearl and Koda she enjoys reading, hiking, kayaking, exercising, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Emerald Barrett grew up in the small town of Noxapater, Mississippi. She attended Noxapater Attendance Center and is a 2010 graduate of the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science in Columbus, MS. She then attended Mississippi State University and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Dairy Science in 2014. She continued her education and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from MSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. Immediately after graduation, she began working at Fisher Animal Hospital where she continued to learn from Dr. Fisher and Dr. Bell.
Dr. Barrett is a current member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, and the Colbert/Lauderdale Veterinary Medical Association. As a veterinarian, Dr. Barrett enjoys working with dogs and cats and their owners to educate them about the benefits of preventative care. Her professional interests include ultrasonography and internal medicine. Dr. Barrett shares her home with her dogs Minnie Pearl and Koda she enjoys reading, hiking, kayaking, exercising, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Sarah Moses
Dr. Moses joined Fisher Animal Hospital in June of 2023.
Her biography will be posted shortly.
Dr. Moses joined Fisher Animal Hospital in June of 2023.
Her biography will be posted shortly.
Dr. Breah Williams
Dr. Williams joined Fisher Animal Hospital in August 2023.
Her biography will be posted shortly.
Dr. Williams joined Fisher Animal Hospital in August 2023.
Her biography will be posted shortly.
Anita Reaves - Practice Manager
Anita Reaves originally from Muscle Shoals but has lived in Leighton since 1998. She has been employed at our animal hospital since 1996. She began working for Dr. J.R. Holladay in the kennel, became the practice manager for Dr. Randall Smith in 2002 and continues to serve as the current practice manager for Dr. Brandon Fisher. Anita has 4 cats, Chester, Heide, Zoey, Swiper and two dogs named Shatzie and Wilson. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and her fur babies when not working.
Anita Reaves originally from Muscle Shoals but has lived in Leighton since 1998. She has been employed at our animal hospital since 1996. She began working for Dr. J.R. Holladay in the kennel, became the practice manager for Dr. Randall Smith in 2002 and continues to serve as the current practice manager for Dr. Brandon Fisher. Anita has 4 cats, Chester, Heide, Zoey, Swiper and two dogs named Shatzie and Wilson. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and her fur babies when not working.
Kimberly Predmore - Receptionist
Kimberly Predmore is from Florence, Alabama and has been a receptionist at this clinic since 1983 when it was owned by Dr. Jim Holladay. One of Kimberly's favorite parts of her job is enjoying long lasting relationships with clients and their pets as they return year after year. She has been here for the first puppy visits and watched as patients grew up and turned into seniors, with their owners lovingly bringing them back for their annual visits. When she isn't answering phones and checking clients out at the front desk, she is working on keeping up her status as an active competitor in the NPC Bodybuilding. Kimberly can often be found in the gym or with her broccoli and asparagus as she prepares daily for competitions. We are proud of her accomplishments as the 2014, 2015, 2016 Alabama State Master's Bikini Champion and for her becoming a Nationally Qualified competitor!
Kimberly Predmore is from Florence, Alabama and has been a receptionist at this clinic since 1983 when it was owned by Dr. Jim Holladay. One of Kimberly's favorite parts of her job is enjoying long lasting relationships with clients and their pets as they return year after year. She has been here for the first puppy visits and watched as patients grew up and turned into seniors, with their owners lovingly bringing them back for their annual visits. When she isn't answering phones and checking clients out at the front desk, she is working on keeping up her status as an active competitor in the NPC Bodybuilding. Kimberly can often be found in the gym or with her broccoli and asparagus as she prepares daily for competitions. We are proud of her accomplishments as the 2014, 2015, 2016 Alabama State Master's Bikini Champion and for her becoming a Nationally Qualified competitor!
Kurstyn McDougal - Receptionist
Kurstyn was born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado and moved to Florence in 2008. She was a stay at home mom for 5 years and began working with us in August of 2023. She has 3 german shepherds named Draco, Niya, and Remi. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family and her 6 year old, Jaxon. Her favorite thing about working at FAH is that she loves forming relationships with new clients and patients.
Kurstyn was born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado and moved to Florence in 2008. She was a stay at home mom for 5 years and began working with us in August of 2023. She has 3 german shepherds named Draco, Niya, and Remi. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family and her 6 year old, Jaxon. Her favorite thing about working at FAH is that she loves forming relationships with new clients and patients.
Sarah Flanigan - Receptionist
Sarah is originally from Ohio and moved to Alabama from the Dominican Republic where she did volunteer work. Before moving to the Dominican Republic, Sarah worked at an animal clinic for 7 years as a receptionist. Sarah really enjoys helping people and animals alike. She has three cats named Luna, Lilly and Mya. In her free time, she enjoys community service, swimming, walking and spending time with her family and her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy Lacie.
Sarah is originally from Ohio and moved to Alabama from the Dominican Republic where she did volunteer work. Before moving to the Dominican Republic, Sarah worked at an animal clinic for 7 years as a receptionist. Sarah really enjoys helping people and animals alike. She has three cats named Luna, Lilly and Mya. In her free time, she enjoys community service, swimming, walking and spending time with her family and her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy Lacie.
Anna Hollander - Receptionist
Anna is originally from Waterloo, Alabama. She started working at Fisher Animal Hospital in July of 2024. Anna has one fur baby named King, that she adopted from Florence Lauderdale Animal Shelter. In her free time she enjoys watching television and shopping. Her favorite part of working here is seeing all of the fur babies.
Anna is originally from Waterloo, Alabama. She started working at Fisher Animal Hospital in July of 2024. Anna has one fur baby named King, that she adopted from Florence Lauderdale Animal Shelter. In her free time she enjoys watching television and shopping. Her favorite part of working here is seeing all of the fur babies.
April Kawalec - Veterinary Assistant
April came to us as an assistant in October of 2015 and we could not be more pleased! She has many years of experience in both veterinary clinics and rescue associations. Born in Germany, then later moving to Louisiana and Florida, she finally landed in the Shoals area in 2010. She has worked for the Orlando Humane Society and has over 20 years of experience in small animal clinics in both Idaho and Alabama. She enjoys hands on work here at Fisher Animal Hospital especially assisting and monitoring surgery and performing dental cleanings. If you are bringing in an exotic species pet, you are likely to find April assisting with your pet!
April came to us as an assistant in October of 2015 and we could not be more pleased! She has many years of experience in both veterinary clinics and rescue associations. Born in Germany, then later moving to Louisiana and Florida, she finally landed in the Shoals area in 2010. She has worked for the Orlando Humane Society and has over 20 years of experience in small animal clinics in both Idaho and Alabama. She enjoys hands on work here at Fisher Animal Hospital especially assisting and monitoring surgery and performing dental cleanings. If you are bringing in an exotic species pet, you are likely to find April assisting with your pet!
Rochelle Lacy - Veterinary Assistant
Rochelle is aspiring to be a veterinarian, however, she is currently continuing her education to become a veterinarian technician. She has loved animals for as long as she can remember, and she can honestly say that caring for them is her passion. She has quite the family of her own, including a Great Dane, two black labrador mixes, and one very fat and very happy cat.
Rochelle is aspiring to be a veterinarian, however, she is currently continuing her education to become a veterinarian technician. She has loved animals for as long as she can remember, and she can honestly say that caring for them is her passion. She has quite the family of her own, including a Great Dane, two black labrador mixes, and one very fat and very happy cat.
Lauren Smith - Veterinary Assistant
Lauren is from Waterloo, Alabama and has worked at Fisher Animal Hospital since December 2020. She is a mom to 5 dogs, Zeus, Zena, Bruno, Maya and Tootsie, and a cat named Zara. She is completely obsessed with Huskies! When she isn't at work, you will find her spending time with her friends, family, fur babies, and spoiling her adorable niece!
Lauren is from Waterloo, Alabama and has worked at Fisher Animal Hospital since December 2020. She is a mom to 5 dogs, Zeus, Zena, Bruno, Maya and Tootsie, and a cat named Zara. She is completely obsessed with Huskies! When she isn't at work, you will find her spending time with her friends, family, fur babies, and spoiling her adorable niece!
Caitlyn McCravy - Veterinary Assistant
Caitlyn began working at Fisher Animal Hospital in August of 2021. Prior to working with us, she worked at Shoals Area Veterinary Emergency Hospital for three years. She has three adorable dogs, Maverick, Waylon, and Diesel, and also raises horses. When she isn’t working, she loves to spend time with her family and take care of her livestock.
Caitlyn began working at Fisher Animal Hospital in August of 2021. Prior to working with us, she worked at Shoals Area Veterinary Emergency Hospital for three years. She has three adorable dogs, Maverick, Waylon, and Diesel, and also raises horses. When she isn’t working, she loves to spend time with her family and take care of her livestock.
Emily Lincicum - Veterinary Assistant
Emily is from the Shoals area and has worked for Fisher Animal Hospital since October of 2021. Prior to this job, she volunteered with many rescue organizations around the state of Alabama. She is a cat mom to three adorable kitties, Pixie, Endora, and Iris. She is also a mom to a 7 year old daughter named Everly. She loves all animals of all sizes and loves interacting with them. When she isn't at work she loves to read meditate, do yoga, and spend time with her daughter and her fur babies.
Emily is from the Shoals area and has worked for Fisher Animal Hospital since October of 2021. Prior to this job, she volunteered with many rescue organizations around the state of Alabama. She is a cat mom to three adorable kitties, Pixie, Endora, and Iris. She is also a mom to a 7 year old daughter named Everly. She loves all animals of all sizes and loves interacting with them. When she isn't at work she loves to read meditate, do yoga, and spend time with her daughter and her fur babies.
Zoie Campbell - Veterinary Assistant
Zoie began working at Fisher in April of 2023. She had her degree before graduating high school, and also has her welding degree! One of her favorite things about working here is being around her co-workers while doing what she loves. When shes not working, you may find her sleeping or riding around listening to music.
Zoie began working at Fisher in April of 2023. She had her degree before graduating high school, and also has her welding degree! One of her favorite things about working here is being around her co-workers while doing what she loves. When shes not working, you may find her sleeping or riding around listening to music.
Mary Stamps - Veterinary Assistant
Mary is from Phil Campbell, AL and came to us in July of 2023. She enjoys taking care of hospitalized patients and helping with treatments such as iv catheter placements, blood draws, etc. When not at work, she loves to travel! She also loves hunting, fishing and kayaking, and has completed a grand slam turkey hunt! She also has 6 fur baby kitties
Mary is from Phil Campbell, AL and came to us in July of 2023. She enjoys taking care of hospitalized patients and helping with treatments such as iv catheter placements, blood draws, etc. When not at work, she loves to travel! She also loves hunting, fishing and kayaking, and has completed a grand slam turkey hunt! She also has 6 fur baby kitties
Hannah Kelly - Veterinary Assistant
Hannah is originally from Elmore, AL and moved to Florence after she graduated from college in 2023. She has her Bachelors degree in animal and dairy sciences from Mississippi State University and began working here in March of 2024. She has two yellow labs named Ava and June that she loves going on walks with. She also loves going to the gym and cleaning in her free time.
Hannah is originally from Elmore, AL and moved to Florence after she graduated from college in 2023. She has her Bachelors degree in animal and dairy sciences from Mississippi State University and began working here in March of 2024. She has two yellow labs named Ava and June that she loves going on walks with. She also loves going to the gym and cleaning in her free time.
Carson Threet - Veterinary Assistant
Carson is originally from Florence and started working here April of 2024. Although she hasn't been working here very long, she enjoys being a helping hand to others and meeting new furry friends every day. Her favorite activities outside of work includes playing video games, running, and listening to music.
Carson is originally from Florence and started working here April of 2024. Although she hasn't been working here very long, she enjoys being a helping hand to others and meeting new furry friends every day. Her favorite activities outside of work includes playing video games, running, and listening to music.
Celia Burgess - Doggy Day Care Manager
Celia is a Florence, AL native who has worked with us at Fisher Animal Hospital since November of 2017. She enjoys attending to the needs of our boarding pets as well as hospital patients. She spends the time outside of work with her three dogs, Kylo, Sparrow, and Tango, and her 4 cats. In her free time she enjoys writing short stories.
Celia is a Florence, AL native who has worked with us at Fisher Animal Hospital since November of 2017. She enjoys attending to the needs of our boarding pets as well as hospital patients. She spends the time outside of work with her three dogs, Kylo, Sparrow, and Tango, and her 4 cats. In her free time she enjoys writing short stories.
Ricky Patterson - Veterinary Assistant
Ricky is originally from Belmont, Mississippi, he started working at Fisher Animal Hospital in July of 2024. He has two Boston Terrier's and one kitty cat. In his free time he enjoys reading and gardening. Ricky's favorite part of working at Fisher Animal Hospital is interacting with all of the animals.
Ricky is originally from Belmont, Mississippi, he started working at Fisher Animal Hospital in July of 2024. He has two Boston Terrier's and one kitty cat. In his free time he enjoys reading and gardening. Ricky's favorite part of working at Fisher Animal Hospital is interacting with all of the animals.
Megan Glasgow - Daycare/Kennel Assistant
Megan is from Florence, Alabama and graduated from UNA in 2019 with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Visual Arts. She has worked with us since the Summer of 2021 and is planning on going back to college to be a licensed Veterinary Technician. She has 6 cats and 3 dogs and enjoys watching Netflix, playing video games, and reading in her free time. Her favorite part about working at FAH is playing with all of the daycare dogs and learning new things.
Megan is from Florence, Alabama and graduated from UNA in 2019 with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Visual Arts. She has worked with us since the Summer of 2021 and is planning on going back to college to be a licensed Veterinary Technician. She has 6 cats and 3 dogs and enjoys watching Netflix, playing video games, and reading in her free time. Her favorite part about working at FAH is playing with all of the daycare dogs and learning new things.
Mary Coats - Daycare/Kennel Assistant
Mary is from Florence, Alabama she graduated from Florence High School in May of 2024. She is currently studying at UNA for a biology degree. Mary is hoping to further her education at Auburn's College of Veterinary Medicine. In her free time she loves to hike and occasionally trail run with her pup Sophie.
Mary is from Florence, Alabama she graduated from Florence High School in May of 2024. She is currently studying at UNA for a biology degree. Mary is hoping to further her education at Auburn's College of Veterinary Medicine. In her free time she loves to hike and occasionally trail run with her pup Sophie.
